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Earn college credits while completing your high school Diploma/GED/high school equivalency! In accordance with SB554 the CAST program allows adult education learners who are earning their high school diploma, GED or high school equivalency to take Columbia College classes tuition free similar to a high school dual enrollment student. 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be 18 years old and currently enrolled in an approved adult school program and working towards completing your Diploma/GED/high school equivalency every semester you are in the program.
  • Students may take no more than 11 units per semester and maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) in their enrolled courses.

Services Include

  • Application Assistance
  • Enrollment Assistance
  • Amazon Supply Voucher
  • Free Tutoring
  • Laptop and Hotspot Loans
  • Free Student Workshops
  • First Time Freshman Transition Assistance

To apply, click the link to the CAST registration form below. Email your completed application to cccommunityadulted@yosemite.edu. If you need assistance filling out the application, call 209-588-5244 to schedule an appointment.

Cast Registration Form